Doctor insights on:
I Have A Lump In My Back What Could It Be

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Many possibilities:
A "lump in my back" can be due to a number of things including a lipoma (fatty mass), sebaceous cyst, lymphoma, tumor (muscle, skin, or other tumor), keloid, bony prominence, or other causes. See your doctor for a more definite diagnosis and possible treatment plan.
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Usually:
Yes, they are likely normal. The joint between the sacrum and your pelvis is known as the SI joint and it is located "on either side of the bottom of the spine" like you are describing. Over each joint is a small bursa which can be felt as a small lump like you are describing. There is no way to say over Internet without an exam to say this is definitely the case, so still best to be seen.
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Many Possibilities:
Depending on how long it's been going on, I would consider an evaluation by a spine specialist. Sometimes it could be a muscle imbalance, early onset arthritis or scoliosis. Also, could be a pinched nerve/herniated disc. Either way it might be good to figure it out and get appropriate treatment.
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Evaluate and remove:
It sounds like a subtype of a lipoma with more fibrous tissue that tends to be more symptomatic for people and occurs in the upper back area. I would recommend seeing a dermatologist or a surgeon for evaluation ant remove it most likely within an hour under local anesthesia. They may want to image it to ensure it isn't impinging on vital nerves.
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Several things:
Sebaceous cyst, pimple, lipoma, dermal nevus and others. Need to have doctor see,,feel the lump in order to give you proper answer. Sorry not more helpful. Best of luck with this. Dr R
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Umbilical hernia:
What you are describing is an umbilical hernia. If small and w/o symptoms, these may be rx'd conservatively. Otherwise, simple outpatient surgery can fix the problem. I recommend that you see a hernia surgeon.
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Explanation :
The first episode of lump under armpit, that going away by itself, may caused by intensive shavings, what may happen. Increasing with cold is possible as well and can be benign/innocent. But if will not go away with clearing "cold" you need to see a doctor
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Lipoma or cyst:
In that area of the back its no uncommon to have small benign lumps of subcutaneous tissue. It most likely not related to you sciatica. See your health care provider Or an osteopathic physician for an evaluation if this persists. Could be simple. Mechanical/ structural spine issue.
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Very low back pain:
May have a pilonidal cyst which may need drainage. Go see your PCP to have this checked. The drainage may be uncomfortable, but after it is done, you should feel better.
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I am not following:
The correlation with the lump in the back and the foot pain...is the lump causing the foot pain or are they entirely different? The more info you give the better responses you will have. They can clearly be related....or completely Independent of each other.
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No Need for ER visit:
Pain in the distribution as you suggested describes the pattern of the nerve that travels in the leg called the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is not the cause of the pain source, it is the result of an irritated nerve typically in the lumbar spine (low back) which are caused by herniated disks, spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease requiring further evaluation by a spine specialist.
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Lump in back:
There are many causes of back lumps including infection/abscess, cyst, lipoma, muscle spasm/strain etc. If lump is higher up at back of neck, it could from Cushing's disease. Regardless, you need to see your Family Doc for diagnosis & treatment.
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Can not:
Without a physical examination of the area and the lumps, it would be very difficult if almost impossible to tell you what they are. See a dr. For an evaluation and proper diagnosis, good luck to you.
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Monitoring Centers:
Lymphatic system absorbs/carries things too big to go into the arteries/veins like bacteria eaten by white cells and digested food. Lymph nodes "taste" the lymph for anything bad like bacteria/viruses/cancers, etc. When it detects a problem, it alerts the immune system and your body reacts. They enlarge in response to the inflammation they create when they react. They shrink when all is well.
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Trichilemmal Cyst:
Trichilemmal or pilar cysts are common intradermal or subcutaneous cysts, occurring in 5-10% of the population. Greater than 90% occur on the scalp, where trichilemmal cysts are the most common cutaneous cyst. Trichilemmal cysts are almost always benign. Treatment is surgical excision.
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Normal lymph node:
We have lymph nodes scattered throughout our body & they are often detected in the neck where they sit on top of neck muscles. These nodes are little fluid strainers that take body lymph & remove stray germs and debris from things like bug bites. They are often pea sized at rest & grow to dime sized when working. Within 2-3 wks they often shrink back down unless they are stimulated further.
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Painful Head Bumps:
When you cough, you can "stretch" the tight scalp skin, and any such lesions will hurt. Some causes and there are many more, of such lesions are described here===>http://www.Ehow. Com/list_6645563_causes-painful-bumps-scalp_. Html. Without further description and your medical history, it would be hard to pinpoint the cause. Definitely make an appointment with a dermatologist to undergo evaluation.
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You want:
To see your doc. The lump could be anything from nothing, meaning lipoma, to something much more serious. NO REASON TO WAIT AND PROCRASTINATE. You clearly want to have this checked out.
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If it hurts see MD:
Female unstated age says; Has a lump that has grown on back right below the neck line...it wasn't hurting and now it is. What could it possible be? Small Fat Pads (Lipoma) can develop almost anywhere on the skin. As can Sebaceous (Oily gland) cysts and other benign growths; but when they start hurting, Infections & other possibilities come in. Best have MD evaluate and manage.
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This is:
a common location for SEBACEOUS cysts...the enlargement ?infection of the tiny glands supplying SEBUM (hair oil)....An in person examination by a health professional will provide an answer..In any case..not serious unless actively infectedHope this helps...just a "guess"Dr Z
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